In an uncommon transfer, the PS Retailer is routinely issuing refunds for a PS5 recreation that unceremoniously shut down in lower than two months. Highguard was a free-to-play shooter with microtransactions that launched in late January 2026, solely to be shut down on March 12.
PS Retailer at present the one storefront issuing refunds for Highguard microtransactions
Gamers who made in-game purchases are being totally refunded, which took everybody without warning as a result of the PS Retailer is infamous for denying refunds.
A number of gamers reported on social media and gaming boards that they acquired their a refund (thanks, ResetEra), so it’s not an remoted case, nor does this appear restricted to a selected area.
In line with a ResetEra consumer who additionally acquired a full refund, Sony is the one firm returning gamers’ cash. It’s unclear if Steam and Microsoft plan to observe swimsuit.
Highguard was revealed again in December 2025 throughout The Recreation Awards. It acquired a first-rate spot because the present’s ultimate reveal, which many have argued kick-started damaging discourse surrounding the sport, which finally contributed to its demise.
Nonetheless, gamers have rightfully identified that Highguard launched in an oversaturated market and did not impress. Adverse reactions to its reveal had little to no affect on its launch reception.
